Alleged drunk driver will stand trial for Vernon crash that killed one nurse and injured another

By Charlotte Helston

Lindsey Hauck (left) and Erin Rae Smith.

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February 16, 2016 - 10:46 AM

VERNON - A woman charged in connection with a tragic crash involving two local nurses will stand trial.

Lori Victoria Vance appeared in Vernon Provincial Court today, Feb. 16, for what was scheduled to be a preliminary inquiry. That appearance wrapped up quickly with Vance foregoing the preliminary hearing and electing trial by judge alone.

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